What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Alternative Supports, Inc.?
This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts in our residential sites.
Open Position Locations: Lowell, MA; Tyngsboro, MA; Tewksbury, MA; Billerica; and Chelmsford, MA.
Alternative Supports, Inc (ASI) is an agency that strives to create an environment of teamwork and participation, where, through continuous performance and training improvement, and people taking pride in their work, the agency, and their personal development, we can continue to pursue excellence.
ASI is currently seeking compassionate and energetic staff members to join our team to provide direct care services and individualized supports for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Do you enjoy positively impacting and/or helping other(s)?
The direct care support role provides ongoing support, guidance, teaching, and role modeling to the individuals we serve to promote and increase independence.
Duties and Responsibilities (These duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive):
- Support and participate with individuals in various daily activities and/or routines inside their home and in the community by promoting self-advocacy, decision-making, and independence (activities may include: recreational events, appointments, shopping, exercising, etc.).
- Promote and encourage active participation in community events. Transport individuals to various community activities (such as work, recreational activities, and other engagements as needed).
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living, home maintenance, and perform cleaning responsibilities (activities may include: meal preparation, personal hygiene, housekeeping tasks, laundry, etc.). Guidance and role modeling should be provided as appropriate.
- Provide support to individuals by assisting in the implementation and data collection of their Individual Service Plan (ISP) objectives.
- Complete daily shift documentation and data collection.
- Support individuals with maintaining relationships with family members and friends and developing new relationships.
- Under the direction and supervision of ASI's Clinical Services Department, follow and implement behavior support plans as written.
- Administer medications in accordance with the Medication Administration Program (MAP) regulations.
- Maintain individuals' confidentiality and records; preserve individuals' human rights by complying with applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensure the ongoing health and safety of the individuals we support.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Associate’s Degree in a human services-related field preferred.
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Possess a current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Applicants must pass the Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification. (ASI will provide training)
- Applicants must obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid (FA) certification. (ASI will provide training)
Sign-on Bonus:
$500.00 Sign-on Bonus will be provided after 90-Days of employment for part-time, and full-time employees.
Pre-Hire Process:
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which includes:
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry
- A criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based checks. · https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22
